Terse reply to “Why?” NYT Crossword Clue
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explanationNYT Crossword September 18 2025 Answers
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Terse reply to "Why?"" is CUZ.
The clue asks for a brief and informal response to the question 'Why?' The answer 'CUZ' is a shortened, slang form of 'because,' commonly used in casual speech or text when someone doesn't want to elaborate.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on September 18, 2025.
CUZ is an informal abbreviation of 'because,' often used in casual communication.
Since, slangily, "I said so, that's why!", Since, informally
The answer to “Terse reply to “Why?”” in the New York Times puzzle September 18 2025 is CUZ. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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